Genetic Counsellor | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL SOUTHAMPTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Southampton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK healthcare provider is seeking a Band 7 Genetic Counsellor in Southampton on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role focuses on cancer genetics and involves providing patient-focused counselling, aiding families with genetic disorders, and participating in research and professional development. Ideal candidates will have completed relevant training or hold an MSc in Genetic Counselling, and there are opportunities for recent graduates as well.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• HCPC registration or pending after completing STP in Genomic Counselling.
• BSc/BA or MSc in a relevant subject and registered with AHCS.
• Applications welcomed from recent MSc graduates without experience.

Responsibilities

• Help clients manage genetic disorders and understand hereditary risks.
• Provide patient-focused genetic counselling for cancer conditions.
• Participate in research and contribute to professional development.

Skills

Patient-focused genetic counselling

Understanding of cancer predisposition conditions

Ability to facilitate adjustments to disorders

Education

Completed STP in Genetic Counselling or MSc Genetic Counselling with BSc/BA in a relevant subject

Registration with AHCS as Genetic Counsellor

Job description

Overview

Wessex Clinical Genetics Service is recruiting a Band 7 Genetic Counsellor for 18 hours per week on a 12‑month fixed term post with a focus on cancer genetics. The service is part of the national genomic medicine programme and offers opportunities within a dynamic genetic counselling team and the MSc in Genomic Medicine. We support flexible working and are committed to an inclusive, anti‑racist environment where everyone can contribute.

Responsibilities

• With guidance from the Principal Genetic Counsellors and medical team, help individuals and families deal with a genetic disorder by:
  • Comprehending the medical facts, including diagnosis, probable course, and available management
  • Appreciating how heredity contributes to the disorder and the risk of recurrence in relatives
  • Understanding alternatives for dealing with the risk of recurrence
  • Helping clients choose the course of action they feel is most appropriate
  • Facilitating the best possible adjustment to the disorder in an affected family member and/or the recurrence risk
• Maintain timely access to medical and genetics expertise and screening
• Manage your own caseload providing patient‑focused genetic counselling for a broad range of cancer predisposition conditions and predictive testing
• Participate in research, audit, teaching, and education; contribute to ongoing professional development within the team

This is a challenging, autonomous role; ongoing professional development and opportunities for teaching and research are supported by the team.

Qualifications

• Completed an STP in Genomic Counselling (HCPC registration or pending) OR MSc Genetic Counselling (with BSc/BA in a relevant subject) and registered with AHCS (Genetic Counsellor)
• Or RG/N with a BSc/BA or MSc in a relevant subject and registered with AHCS (Genetic Counsellor)
• We also welcome applications from recent MSc graduates without experience; if successful, remuneration at Band 6 Trainee level until competencies (i.e., GCRAB registration) are met